Knox City, Texas facts for kids
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Knox City, Texas
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Knox City Hall in Knox City
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 Knox City, Texas
Location in Texas
Knox City, Texas
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Knox |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.83 sq mi (2.16 km2) |
| • Land | 0.83 sq mi (2.16 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,529 ft (466 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,065 |
| • Density | 1,283/sq mi (493.1/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
79529
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| Area code(s) | 940 |
| FIPS code | 48-39700 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2412844 |
Knox City is a small town located in Knox County, Texas, in the United States. In 2020, about 1,065 people lived there. It is known for its friendly community and quiet way of life.
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Geography and Location
Knox City is found in the southern part of Knox County. It sits where two main roads, State Highway 6 and State Highway 222, meet.
Nearby Towns and Cities
- State Highway 6 goes north about 12 miles (19 km) to Benjamin, which is the county seat.
- It also goes south about 17 miles (27 km) to Rule.
- State Highway 222 leads east about 12 miles (19 km) to Munday.
- It goes northwest about 40 miles (64 km) to Guthrie.
- Larger cities like Abilene are about 75 miles (121 km) south.
- Wichita Falls is about 88 miles (142 km) to the northeast.
Land and Water
Knox City is built on high ground. It is about 3.5 miles (5.6 km) from the upper part of the Brazos River. The town covers a total area of about 0.83 square miles (2.2 square kilometers), and all of it is land.
Climate in Knox City
The weather in Knox City has hot and humid summers. Winters are usually mild to cool. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate. It means there is a lot of moisture in the air, especially during the warmer months.
Population and People
The number of people living in Knox City has changed over the years. Here is a quick look at the population from past years:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1920 | 698 | — | |
| 1930 | 906 | 29.8% | |
| 1940 | 1,127 | 24.4% | |
| 1950 | 1,489 | 32.1% | |
| 1960 | 1,805 | 21.2% | |
| 1970 | 1,536 | −14.9% | |
| 1980 | 1,546 | 0.7% | |
| 1990 | 1,440 | −6.9% | |
| 2000 | 1,219 | −15.3% | |
| 2010 | 1,130 | −7.3% | |
| 2020 | 1,065 | −5.8% | |
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What the 2020 Census Shows
In 2020, the United States Census counted 1,065 people living in Knox City. There were 427 households and 259 families in the town. The community is made up of people from different backgrounds. Most residents are White, and a significant number are of Hispanic or Latino heritage. There are also smaller groups of Black or African American, Native American, Asian, and people of mixed races.
Education
Students in Knox City attend schools run by the Knox City-O'Brien Consolidated Independent School District. This district provides education for children living in the town and surrounding areas.
See also
In Spanish: Knox City para niños
